I completely respect your opinion. I applaud you for waiting so far out. Many candidates have waited for so long, often time in complete darkness. And I believe I read they gave you two weeks from the offer to decide. Trust me, I was deadset on WP and I still wouldn't make my decision in under 24 hours. WP has over 10,000 applications and 1000 spots to fill. And if there is a spot for you, WP will try to find it.
Now I'm not being bitter at all, but being on the NWL is far better then QNS. If I had even a 0.0001% chance, I would hold on no matter what. I'm on the waitlist for Plan B and I may not hear until June 1, well after the regular deposit fee for colleges.Yes, it would seem that the whole admissions process is difficult and "faulty" to some. Applying as early as Junior year, the CFA, countless interviews, the nom process, NWL, so on.
But in my opinion, I could not be happier with where I am now. And I'm speaking as a candidate who received the TWE. In fact, I was probably the last person that you would think wanted to attend a service academy. On Day 1, NO ONE had my back. But because of WP, I am a stronger person in terms of being well round and I have so much support. In fact, I believe I am the only person in my entire school who had a competitive shot at a service academy. Just for applying to WP, I have done remarkable things. I have become a capable leader. I am a varsity athlete. I'm in the top 15% on my class. I made the decision to serve our country when I was 14. I passed a medical and physical test where many of our students cannot pass. I've been reviewed by military officers and government figures. I was no where near this status four years ago. And this is just because WP inspired me to change my life for the better.
And I am not bragging at all. I think the service academy process is the best in the world and I plan on going through every year until I'm too old. If the system is wrong, then I don't care personally. I'm developping exponentially and I will not be going in next year. Please, if you've waited this long hold on if you can. WP wants you and they're doing everything they can.
Sorry for the long drawn out post. I'm on meds from my Wisdom teeth surgery.